A probation check in Duchesne City resulted in arrest for new drug violations. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, officers performing the compliance check located Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, 9 Suboxone strips without a prescription, and marijuana....
Integrated Rail and Resources, Inc (IRRX) has been awarded a post-performance tax reduction by the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity thanks to its expansion in Uintah County. IRRX projects to add 40 new, high paying jobs tied to the Uinta Basin Railway project...
The amazing volunteers of Duchesne County Search and Rescue were honored last week at their annual banquet. “In 2025, these dedicated volunteers completed over 400 search hours and logged an impressive 272 hours of training, continually sharpening their skills so they...
Private landowners can now enter into voluntary partnerships with the Division of Wildlife Resources as part of efforts to enhance big game and turkey populations. The wildlife board voted in favor of the new rule that is expected to benefit both wildlife and the...
Inspired by similar offerings around the state, a warming center is opening in Vernal this week and volunteers are needed. The ‘Heart of the Basin Warming Center’ will provide a warm location during the cold nighttime hours at 65 East 100 North with plans to start...
The Cottonwood Apartments in Roosevelt were without power on Sunday after a fight ended in an arrest for property destruction, assault and DUI. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, a couple fighting led to the woman, identified as Esperanza Martinez, getting...
Officers who believed a stolen Dodge Durango that was spotted driving erratically on Highway 40 in Moffat County had one to two occupants were in for a surprise on January 7th. Officers pursued the stolen Durango and were joined by state patrol that even called in an...
The Ashley Valley Sewer Management Board has adopted a resolution to increase monthly user rates. Resolution #11182025-1 was signed on November 18th to go into effect in 2026 and shows rates increasing by 2.35% for Residential, Trailer Parks, and Commercial...
The state of Utah entered into a 20-year cooperative agreement with the U.S. Forest Service to help actively manage national forests across the state. “Utah knows how to manage land well and has done so successfully, side-by-side with federal partners for decades,”...
Dinosaur National Monument has a timely reminder for those dreaming of floating the Green or Yampa Rivers in 2026. “The annual non-commercial river permit lottery opened December 1st and runs through January 31st,” shares the announcement. “Apply now for your shot at...